THE PRINT - November 2023

Senior Services at a Glance

November 2023

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Monday – Friday Office Hours: 9:00AM – 2:00PM 208 E. Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030

December 2019

408.354.1514 55plus@lgsrecreation.org www.LGSRecreation.org

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NOVEMBER FEATURE In October, we gained helpful brain health tips from guest speaker Sally Duplantier. Our October social dance included a Hula lesson, music, and performers. We created spooktacular projects during our Hands on Art series and participants on the Great Getaway trip visited the pumpkin patches to sample pumpkin pie in Half Moon Bay. As we transition into November, we reflect on the bonds of friendship and camaraderie that have blossomed within our community. The 55 Plus team is grateful for all of the members that participate and contribute to making our center a hub of warmth, laughter, and support.

It is with great enthusiasm that we share that our community now includes over 800 members! We look forward to celebrating current members and sharing a delectable Thanksgiving meal cooked by Los Gatos Meats on November 13th, be sure to RSVP. Have you joined us yet this year for a social dance? Come out and try Line Dancing with instruction from Mandi on Friday November 3rd. December’s dance with Lesley will help us “Swing into the Holidays”, with live music from Island Wave! Tickets are $5 for members and includes light refreshments.

November’s Hands on Art group project will help us practice gratitude.

We will be closed on November 10th in observation of Veterans Day and our thoughts will be with the members of our community that served. We look forward to a month filled with merriment, meaningful connections, and opportunities to come together as a community this November.

A few important notes for December: • The Adult Recreation Center will be closed starting December 18th through January 5th for extensive plumbing needed to finish constructing the new and more accessible bathroom on the main floor.

• RSVP for the December Holiday Social on Monday December 11th • NEW – 55+ Exclusive Yoga starts in December! $5/class Lastly, reminder that membership expires at the end of December. Renew your 55 Plus membership in November or December and save $5!

Happy Fall Y’all! Sincerely, 55 Plus Team

MEMORABLE MEMBER MOMENTS

Great Getaway: Half Moon Bay

Pumpkin Decorating Social

Terror-ariums

Friday Social Dance: Hula

Guest Speaker Sally

Collette Tours

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NOVEMBER 1ST-17TH MONDAY

TUESDAY

Christmas Morning Social:

Save the date! December 11th, 10:00AM-12:00PM “Christmas Morning” Social for 55 Plus Members Celebrate the Magic of the Holidays with us at.

RSVP Required.

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Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM 55 Plus ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *Limited Drop in Spaces $5/Class 11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM-12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM Social Dance $5 *RSVP Country Western Line Dancing (Hall) 6:00PM-8:00PM 10

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St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) 10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206) 10:00AM-2:00PM Drop in Badminton (Hall) 10:30AM-11:30AM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5) 1:45PM-4:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM

Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM Super Scrabble (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:30PM Learn to Crochet (Lounge) 11:00AM-12:00PM No 55 Plus ZUMBA GOLD Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Women’s Artist Connection (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM Single Again (Rm 3) 12:30PM-2:30PM Reader’s Theater (Lounge) 3:00PM-5:00PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM No 55 Plus ZUMBA GOLD Hands on Art Thankfullness Tree (Hall) *RSVP 10:00AM-12:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

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St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) 10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206) 10:00AM-2:00PM No Drop in Badminton Thanksgiving Luncheon RSVP (Hall) Join Waitlist 1st - 11:30AM-12:30PM 2nd - 1:30PM-2:30PM No Stay Fit Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5) 1:45PM-4:00PM No Balance Awareness

HICAP by Appt (Rm 3) 9:00AM-12:30PM Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM Super Scrabble (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:30PM 55 Plus ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *Limited Drop in Spaces $5/Class 11:30AM-12:20PM AARP 2 Day Driver Safety Course by Appt (Rm 214) Full 12:00PM-4:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM 55 Plus ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *Limited Drop in Spaces $5/Class 11:30AM-12:20PM AARP 2 Day Driver Safety Course by Appt (Rm 214) Full 12:00PM-4:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM Tech with Teens (Rm 3) 3:00PM-4:00PM

Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM-12:00PM BINGO (Rm 214) 10:00AM-11:30AM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM

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NOVEMBER 2OTH-30TH MONDAY

TUESDAY

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St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) 10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206) 10:00AM-2:00PM Drop in Badminton (Hall) 10:30AM-11:30AM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5) 1:45PM-4:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM

SALA by Appt (Rm 3) 9:00AM-12:30PM Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM Super Scrabble (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:30PM No Learn to Crochet No Magical Movie Tour for November Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM

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St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) 10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206) 10:00AM-2:00PM Drop in Badminton (Hall) 10:30AM-11:30AM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5) 1:45PM-4:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM

Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM Super Scrabble (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:30PM Learn to Crochet (Lounge) 11:00AM-12:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

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Thanksgiving

Adult Recreation Center Closed

Calendar Legend:

Monthly Event Guest Speaker Social Dance Community Event Service Group Special Event

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GROUP DESCRIPTIONS

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55 PLUS ZUMBA GOLD - Instructor Kiana is back on land to teach this 10-week program. Join this easy-tofollow dance workout perfect for the active older adult.

Pre-registration required $5/class.

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AARP DRIVER SAFETY - 2 Day Course and 1 Day Refresher offered in person bi-monthly. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule an appointment.

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AARP TAX AIDE - In person appointments will be available every Monday in February-April. Contact the 55 Plus Office in January to schedule an appointment.

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ART AND MUSIC APPRECIATION – Interactive class exploring and discussing influential artists and musicians followed by the West Valley College Instructor playing guitar and leading the group singing well-known songs.

Participants are welcome to bring their own instruments in!

Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

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ARTIST WORKSHOP - Open workspace. Bring in your materials and work on your individual projects with our welcoming community of artists. No formal instruction and all levels are welcome.

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BADMINTON - Join us for drop-in play. Open to all levels.

Equipment will be provided.

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BALANCE AWARENESS - Join Mary Ann Smith, a certified personal trainer, from West Valley College for this balance class.

Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

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BOOK CLUB - Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Pick up the booklist from the 55+ Office.

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BINGO – Get out your dauber and get ready to have some fun!

Join us monthly for prize BINGO.

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GUEST SPEAKER – Check inside the PRINT for more information on upcoming month’s guest speaker(s)

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HAND & FOOT CANASTA – Calling all Canasta players! See the 55 Plus office for a list of rules and a description of play.

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HANDS ON ART – Tap into your creative side with a new project each month. All levels welcome. Materials provided.

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HICAP – Schedule an in-person appointment with a helpful volunteer for free and objective information and counseling about Medicare.

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LEARN TO CROCHET – Materials will be provided. Bring your patience in with you and learn how to loop yarn into all sorts of cozy items.

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MAGIC MOVIE TOUR - Lights, Camera, Action! Join Sandy Decker each month for a movie, discussion, and fun facts about the world of cinema...and maybe some popcorn!

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MAH JONGG – Friendly American Mah Jongg players group.

All levels are welcome. If you are interested in learning to play, please sign up with the 55 Plus office.

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MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES - The goal of this game is to be the first player to lay down your dominoes. A lot of fun, with just a few key rules, makes this a great social game to join! All levels welcome.

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PING PONG – Drop in to socialize and play. Equipment provided.

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PINOCHLE - Double Deck Pinochle. Experienced players only, no instruction.

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READER’S THEATER – Read aloud modern and classic plays without having to memorize the lines! Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

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SALA - SENIOR LEGAL AID – On site appointments now available, schedule with the 55 Plus Office

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SCRABBLE – The ultimate crossword game in which every letter counts! Contact the 55 Plus Office if you are interested in playing 55plus@lgsrecreation.org

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SINGLE AGAIN... BUT NOT BY CHOICE – For women who are widowed. Meet others who will understand and provide support in dealing with this life-changing transition.

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STAY FIT – Join Mary Ann Smith, a certified personal trainer, from West Valley College for this chair-based exercise class.

Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

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ST. MARY’S BRIDGE – Looking for intermediate level bridge players interested in subbing. Sign up required, inquire with 55 Plus office.

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TECH WITH TEENS - Bring your devices and questions on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Our knowledgeable high school volunteers are available to assist you with tech support.

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TUESDAY TOWN WALKERS - Get Moving! Walk to local areas at your own pace, socialize and explore Los Gatos.

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WEDNESDAY GAME DAY - Bridge and Canasta. Come join our friendly group. To reserve your spot, please contact Lisanne 408.354.1514 or 55plus@lgsrecreation.org

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WOMEN’S ARTIST CONNECTION – Share examples of your artwork in a friendly and non-judgmental atmosphere. Please bring 2 examples of your artwork (painting, drawing, collage, photography, poetry, etc.)

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WOOD CARVING – Turn plain pieces of wood into objects of art. Open to beginners and experienced carvers alike. Group helps mentor all levels of carvers to improve your skills. Pop in to check out what projects they are working on.

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NEW YOGA WITH ANGELA – Practice from a chair or mat or both. Boost energy, reduce stress, improve flexibility and balance.

LIVE OAK PROGRAMS

Located at Los Gatos Methodist Church, 111 Church St, Los Gatos, CA Live Oak Nutrition - Weekday meal program for older adults. Call 408.354.0707 Live Oak Adult Day Program - Day program for seniors with mild to moderate dementia & respite for caregivers.

Call 408.354.4782

55 PLUS PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

HALF MOON BAY SNAPSHOTS

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SPECIAL EVENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOVEMBERTS

COMMUNITY EVEN MAKERS MARKET AT OLD TOWN LOS GATOS A HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR!

MORE INFO - Come shop the Los Gatos craft fair of local makers in beautiful Old Town Center.

WHERE - Old Town Center, 50 University Avenue Los Gatos, CA 95032 WHEN - Saturday, November 4th @ 11:00AM-5:00PM

FIRST FREE SUNDAY AT NEW MUSEUM LOS GATOS

WHERE - New Museum Los Gatos 106 E Main St, Los Gatos WHEN - Sunday November 5th, 10:00AM-4:00PM

The Adult Recreation Center will be closed from December 18th through January 5th due to construction required to complete the new and more accessible bathroom!

POETRY EVENT: CHEROKEE NATION AND FORMER SF POET LAUREATE, KIM SHUCK

MORE INFO - Come and listen to Kim Shuck, a Cherokee Nation poet, author, weaver, and bead work artist, read some of her award-winning poetry.

WHERE - Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave WHEN - Monday, November 6th @ 4:30PM

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NAVIGATOR PROGRAM

James Lin DMD Monthly Tip “How often should one get a dental cleaning? Typically, once every six months is appropriate. Howe ver, once every three or four month s may be more helpful for others , depending on their risk factor s and dental history.”

MORE INFO - Santa Clara County Behavioral Health ce Services Team offers 1:1 in person peer support servi connecting you to resources. Open to all ages!

WHERE - Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave WHEN - Tuesdays 1:00PM-4:00PM

LG CREEK TRAIL CLEAN UP WITH THE KEY CLUB

MORE INFO - Help the Los Gatos Kiwanis Club keep our trails clean with the Key Club from Los Gatos High School.

WHERE - Old Forbes Mill Parking Lot 15 Los Gatos Creek Trail, Los Gatos, CA 95030 WHEN - Saturday, November 11th @ 10:00AM11:30AM

SAN JOSE VETERANS DAY PARADE

MORE INFO - sjveteransparade.org WHERE - Old Town Center, 50 University Avenue Los Gatos, CA 95032 WHEN - Saturday, November 4th @ 11:00AM-5:00PM

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A Puzzling Puzzle

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55 PLUS PROGRAM

New to 55 Plus? Become a 55 Plus Member now for benefits through 2024. $30 Annual Fee. Current Members Renew Your Membership in November or December and save $5 Join our community of vibrant older adults! The LGS Recreation 55 Plus program provides comprehensive free or low-cost programs for people age 55 and over.

You do not need to be a Los Gatos resident to join. To enjoy a variety of groups, programs, classes, social events, guest lectures, and services. Members receive special discounts for Great Getaway Adut Day Trips, LGS Pickleball League, social dances, and exclusive activities at Vasona Boating and the LGS Aquatics Center.

GREAT GETAWAY ADULT DAY TRIPS Pick up for all trips from the

Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center 208 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030 Joan Pisani Community Center 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070 55 Plus Members receive $10 off all Great Getaway trips!

Note: Trips are non-refundable.

To register call 408.354.8700 or bit.ly/3NN57Qw

Sneak peak of exciting new trips coming in 2024: Family Field Trip to see Bluey. A great Christmas gift for grandchildren! Tickets available now.

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Steinbecks Birthday in Salinas

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Elephant Seals of Ano Nuevo

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March Mini Trip – Beatles Live Music Experience in San Jose

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March Mini Trip – Bowling

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Jack London State Historic Park & Picnic

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Funny Girl Musical

Thank You to our current Grant Sponsors

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DECEMBER 19TH – GUIDED SAN FRANCISCO LIGHTS AND SIGHTS HOLIDAY SPECIAL - $140/$150 Experience Christmas in the City. This trip is sure to be a joyous time as lifelong San Francisco resident and tour guide Craig Smith takes us on a tour of San Francisco’s holiday charm. What a wonderful way to get in the Christmas Spirit! For dinner we will enjoy waterfront dining on the wharf at Swiss Louis Italian and Seafood Restaurant. At dinner, enjoy your choice of Chicken Piccata, Linguine al Pesto, Basa Saute along with a salad and dessert!

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